.~.~ Vertically sliding (e.g., shoring, formwork, or scaffold brackets) {5}
297.51
.~.~.~ Canted clutch collar
DEFINITION
Classification: 248/297.51
Canted clutch collar:
(under subclass 295.11) Vertical sliding bracket comprising a loosely fitted ringlike sleeve slidably engaging a vertical post, the outwardly extending portion projecting from one side of said sleeve whereby the weight of the outwardly extending portion and/or the supported article will cause the sleeve to tilt and fictionally grip the vertical post with sufficient force to maintain the outwardly extending portion in a vertical position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
410, for a pair of vertically adjustable telescoping standard sections comprising a canted collar for locking same in an adjusted position.